Permits & Reservations

Camping and Backcountry Camping Permit

Information is available on the camping page.

Special Use Permits

The National Park Service (NPS) requires a permit for activities not normally associated with a visit to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This includes activities such as, commercial photography, memorials, first amendment activities, and powerless flight.

North Manitou Island Hunting

A special deer hunt is conducted on North Manitou Island to control the deer herd and preserve the natural vegetation. Learn about the NMI hunt and how to get a permit.

Special Events

Planning a wedding a film project, or other special event, check out Special Events for all the information you need.